Upcoming Performances at Sauder Concert Hall
Community School of the Arts Choral Showcase Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
Three CSA youth choirs will perform their annual Spring Choral Showcase Concert in Sauder Concert Hall. Performing are Rejoice (grades 3-5) and Sommo Voci (grades 9-12), directed by Kristin Kauffman, and Shout for Joy (grades 6-8), directed by Sandra Hill.
Goshen College Choirs: EARTHTONES - Songs from Many Cultures — Thu, Jan 01st
The Goshen College Choirs present EARTHTONES: Songs from Many Cultures, the choirs’ annual concert of world choral music. Performing are the GC Chamber Choir, directed by Jimin Seo, Vox Profundi, directed by Jeshua Franklin, and Voices of the Earth, directed by H. Roz Woll. The choirs will present a varied program of world chamber music, featuring songs from a variety of countries and cultures and sung in foreign languages.
Goshen College Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
The Goshen College Symphony Orchestra, directed by Jimin Seo, presents its annual Spring Concert on Saturday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Sauder Concert Hall. The program will feature works by Percy Grainger, Alfred Reed, Dmitri Shostakovich, George Whitefield Chadwick, and William Grant Still. It is highlighted by a performance of Gilbert Vintner’s “Hunter’s Moon,” featuring Erin Yoder, horn soloist.
Sherer Piano and Strings Competition Winners' Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
Winners of the 2026 Sherer Piano and Strings Competition will present their winning works on the Sauder Concert Hall stage. Luke Norell will accompany on piano.
66th Annual Goshen College Concerto-Aria Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
Student winners of the annual Goshen College Concerto-Aria Competition will perform their works with the GC Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Jimin Seo.
GC Choirs: Winter Choral Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
The Goshen College Choirs will present their annual Winter Choral Concert in Sauder Concert Hall. Performing are the Goshen College Chamber Choir, conducted by Jimin Seo; Voices of the Earth, conducted by H. Roz Woll; and Vox Profundi, conducted by Jeshua Franklin.
ECoSistema Winter Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
22nd Annual A Festival of Carols — Thu, Jan 01st
A Festival of Carols is Goshen College’s annual Christmas music celebration. This event promises a cheerful experience for the Goshen College community, bringing together the talents of four choirs and an orchestra in a festive celebration of the holiday season.
“A Festival of Carols” is a heartwarming presentation patterned on a traditional English worship service, featuring Christmas carols, spirituals, scripture readings and sacred musical works. Sauder Concert Hall will be transformed into a winter wonderland, adorned with garlands, lights and trees, creating a magical atmosphere for all attendees.
The stellar lineup of performers includes the Goshen College Chamber Choir, Vox Profundi, Voices of the Earth, Goshen College Symphony Orchestra and Shout For Joy Children’s Choir. Roz Woll, assistant professor of music, and Scott Hochstetler, professor of music, lead the Goshen College choirs, while Jimin Seo, assistant professor of music, directs the Goshen College Symphony Orchestra and Sandy Hill directs the Shout For Joy Children’s Choir.
Audience participation is a key feature of the event, with attendees invited to join the choirs in singing familiar carols during the performance. This interactive element adds a communal touch to the festivities, making “A Festival of Carols” an engaging experience for everyone.
Tickets for sale to the general public beginning Monday, November 3, 2025. The Sunday afternoon performance will be live-streamed.
Lavender Jazz Fall Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
Lavender Jazz, Goshen College’s big band, will present their fall concert in Sauder Concert Hall. LJ is directed by Greg Smucker.
Youth Honors Orchestra Fall Concert — Thu, Jan 01st
Two youth orchestras comprised of talented Elkhart County instrumental musicians in grades 7-12 will perform in Sauder Concert Hall. Performing are the YHO Concert Orchestra and YHO Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Nathan Berkey.